Nagaland State Museum - Showcasing The Glorious History Of Nagaland!

Take a glimpse of the Naga rich culture at its State Museum which is located in the capital city of Kohima.It is a treasure house of a rare collection of articles belonging to the different tribes of Nagaland. These ancient articles portray a clear picture of the culture and traditions of the Nagas. Nagaland is a home to around 16 tribes, each having its own glorious history and culture. Artefacts of all the tribes are displayed beautifully in the museum. It is an ideal place to see the architecture, social hierarchy and costumes of the Naga tribes. Some of the articles displayed are gateposts, statues, pillars, jewellery and a ceremonial drum. The basement of the museum houses several animals and birds found only in the north eastern hill states.

How To Reach:

Reaching the Nagaland State Museum is not a hassle. The nearest airport is at Dimapur. Important towns such as Guwahati(Assam) and Imphal(Manipur) are well connected with Dimapur by air. Indian Airlines offers great service from both Kolkota and Delhi every alternate day. The nearest railway station too is at Dimapur. Buses and taxis are available here for reaching the museum. Several trains connect Dimapur to Guwahat and Imphal which in turn are connected to the main cities of India. Good bus services from Dimapur to Kohima make the state Museum easily accessible.